Alec Etheredge, Author at Shelby County Reporter

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Briarwood advances to Class 6A State Championship behind Leib’s hat trick

The Briarwood Lions will officially get their shot at redemption on Saturday, May 10 after taking down Spanish Fort in the semifinals of the Class ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Thursday, May 8, 2025 4:23 pm

Alabaster Main Story

Thompson beats two-time defending state champ Hewitt-Trussville for state tournament berth

Trailing two-time defending state champion Hewitt-Trussville 3-1 through three innings of play with the season on the line on Wednesday, May 7, the Thompson Warriors ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Wednesday, May 7, 2025 5:02 pm

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Chelsea sweeps Brookwood in opening round of 6A playoffs

The Chelsea Hornets celebrated their newly-installed turf on Friday, April 18 with a playoff sweep of Brookwood in the opening round of the Class 6A ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Saturday, April 19, 2025 12:20 am

Calera

Surviving the storm: Timing was key in survival of Calera resident Tim Striegel and his daughter

Sitting inside his home on Saturday, March 15 as a line of storms approached the city of Calera, the alert came through on Tim Striegel’s ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Sunday, March 16, 2025 1:56 pm

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Weather update: Shelby County now under highest severe weather risk

After being upgraded to a level 4 severe weather risk on Thursday, the National Weather Service out of Birmingham has now upgraded Shelby County to ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Friday, March 14, 2025 12:58 pm

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Building the future: Students highlight hard work at Shelby County Showcase of Schools

As the dog wheeled toward him, yes wheeled, being driven be students from Chelsea Park Elementary School's STEAM lab, Ellis got to see one of ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Saturday, February 22, 2025 1:18 pm

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Chelsea claims area championship for 2nd year in a row

For the second year in a row, the Chelsea Hornets were able to hoist a trophy in the air as fans surrounded them in celebration ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Wednesday, February 5, 2025 9:26 pm

Columbiana

Anthony Palmieri shares his love for the game after historic Shelby County football season

Growing up, I always dreamed of playing running back because I wanted the ball in my hands-on offense to make a big play. It’s fun ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 10:46 am

Columbiana

Hayden Jeffries highlights what she loves about teaching at Elvin Hill

I love being a part of this community. Whether running into students at a local restaurant or store, or getting to watch former students perform ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 10:41 am

Columbiana

Farm Company owner Cathy Hitt shares her favorite aspects of Columbiana

A business owner on Main Street, Cathy Hitt’s Farm Company is a hit among local residents. In the winter issue of Columbiana Living, she shared ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 10:38 am

Columbiana

Leading the way: Leaders’ Corner a staple for many in Columbiana

In a place like Columbiana, a storefront on Main Street is almost sacred. With it comes a responsibility to not just sell antiques or flowers ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 10:31 am

Columbiana

Racing toward new heights: Shelby County cross country explodes in numbers

Running, a motion that has stood at the root of nearly all branches of athletic activity throughout history, is growing rapidly on its own. If ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 10:20 am

Helena Main Story

Helena downs rival Pelham for sub-regional berth

Trailing by one point following the first shot of the final quarter, the Helena Huskies faced their first deficit since the opening quarter of a ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 9:56 am

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Chelsea beats Spain Park to earn sub-regional spot

Leading by two points early in the third quarter, the Chelsea Hornets made the decision that their season wasn’t going to end on Monday night, ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 9:43 am

280 Reporter

Nominations open for Shelby County Hall of Fame Class of 2025

Nominations are open for the Shelby County Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Monday, February 3, 2025 12:58 pm

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